18 h. ago Ghana Gold Board Faces Scrutiny Over Financial Sustainability Concerns

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-gold-board-faces-scrutiny-over-financial-sustainability-concerns/The Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) is at the center of intense debate over its financial operations and risk management as the Bank of Ghana prepares to exit artisanal gold trading on January 1, 2026. The controversy intensified following the International Monetary Fund (IMF) Fifth Review report on Ghana’s Extended Credit Facility programme, which disclosed that […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-gold-board-faces-scrutiny-over-financial-sustainability-concerns/

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3 d. ago BoG set to exit gold trading business, describes IMF’s losses tag as premature

The Bank of Ghana is set to exit the gold trading business from January 1, 2026. This is what JOYBUSINESS has picked up from persons with knowledge of the activity at the Central Bank.

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4 d. ago IMF Fifth Review Examines Whether Ghana Building Economy That Can Withstand Shocks

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/imf-fifth-review-examines-whether-ghana-building-economy-that-can-withstand-shocks/Although Ghana passed the fifth review of its International Monetary Fund (IMF) programme, with the Executive Board completing the review on December 17, 2025, it is emerging that the assessment took a hard, practical look at whether the country is truly fixing the roots of its economic troubles or merely buying time. The IMF described […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/imf-fifth-review-examines-whether-ghana-building-economy-that-can-withstand-shocks/

Events

5 d. ago Christmas rush sparks tampede at Accra Central Market; several collapse

Traders at the Accra Central Business District have recounted how a stampede occurred on Monday, December 22, following an overwhelming crowd at the market, causing several people to collapse.

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5 d. ago Christmas rush sparks stampede at Accra Central Market; several collapse

Traders at the Accra Central Business District have recounted how a stampede occurred on Monday, December 22, following an overwhelming crowd at the market, causing several people to collapse.

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9 d. ago Accra Traders Report Slow Christmas Sales Despite Heavy Market Traffic

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/accra-traders-report-slow-christmas-sales-despite-heavy-market-traffic/Traders in Accra’s Central Business District say sales ahead of Christmas remain slow and uncertain despite heavy human traffic, raising concerns about consumer spending and broader impacts on businesses and the local economy. Bulk purchases have become rare as shoppers limit spending in line with tight budgets, with customer presence not translating into actual purchases […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/accra-traders-report-slow-christmas-sales-despite-heavy-market-traffic/

Economics

9 d. ago Tax Relief and Exchange Rate Stability Lower Business Costs for Traders

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/tax-relief-and-exchange-rate-stability-lower-business-costs-for-traders/Tax relief, exchange rate stability and easing inflation are making the cost of doing business in Ghana cheaper and more predictable for traders, according to the Importers and Exporters Association of Ghana. The association says recent fiscal and macroeconomic adjustments are helping importers and exporters better manage operating costs, particularly those linked to foreign currency […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/tax-relief-and-exchange-rate-stability-lower-business-costs-for-traders/

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1 week ago Ghana’s programme performance has been broadly satisfactory – IMF Board

The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has described Ghana’s performance under the programme as broadly satisfactory.

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1 week ago A stitch in time saves nine: The cry of local businesses – It is now or never

It is deeply unfortunate that Ghana’s system is no longer adequately protecting local businesses. Petty traders, small business owners, and informal retailers are increasingly falling prey to foreign traders who appear to be taking over the Ghanaian market with little restraint. The situation has become alarming.

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1 week ago Ghanaian Business Owners Raise Alarm over Growing Foreign Dominance in Ghana’s Retail Market As Chinese, Nigerians control over 70% of Ghana’s Retail Sector

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Kwabena Adu Koranteng, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanaian-business-owners-raise-alarm-over-growing-foreign-dominance-in-ghanas-retail-market-as-chinese-nigerians-control-over-70-of-ghanas-retail-sector/      It is unfortunate that the system is not protecting the local business any more. The petty trader, the local business owner and the poor retailer have fallen prey to foreigners who are invading the Ghana market as if they own it and it is becoming alarming. It is time to wake up […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Kwabena Adu Koranteng, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanaian-business-owners-raise-alarm-over-growing-foreign-dominance-in-ghanas-retail-market-as-chinese-nigerians-control-over-70-of-ghanas-retail-sector/

Economics

1 week ago Petty traders in Sunyani appeal for grace period over evacuation

Petty traders and businesses along the shoulders of the streets of Sunyani, the Bono regional capital, have appealed for some grace period, as commercial transport operators demand their evacuation.

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2 w. ago Accra prepares for India–Ghana Business Conclave to deepen trade, investment ties

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/accra-prepares-for-india-ghana-business-conclave-to-deepen-trade-investment-ties/Ghanaian business leaders and Indian investors will come together on Thursday, December 11, as the High Commission of India in Accra teams up with the Ghana National Chamber of Commerce & Industry (GNCCI) to host the inaugural India–Ghana Business Conclave. The event, held under the theme “Expanding India–Ghana Business Synergies for Inclusive Growth,” — intends […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/accra-prepares-for-india-ghana-business-conclave-to-deepen-trade-investment-ties/

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